For pics of 'Boven visit the [http://www.climbing.co.za/gallery2/index.php?cat=11 ClimbZA Gallery]

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Blood Diamond 28 *** (5D)Situated to the right of psych ward . Pre clip the first bolt by standing on the boulder however do not use this boulder during your ascent. Start with your hands on the two good holds at the bottom and power your way to the top. FA: David Wade and Evan Margetts BB: Darryl Margetts. 29th April 2012

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RAPTOPHILIA 31 **** (7D,A) It's not rape if you yell surprise!

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Start with your hands on the lowest holds and feet on the lowest boulders, no cheating. Fight your way to the chains using pure determination as your guide. Enjoy the intricate footwork and desperate stabbing for holds. Ensure that you clip the first draw from the ground to avoid injury. Consensus makes it 31.

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A great place to stay is the Roc 'n Rope Climbers' Lodge in the town of Waterval Boven (bunks or double rooms). They also rent out 4-sleeper chalets on top of the Wonderland Crags ([http://www.rocrope.com/tranquilitas.html Tranquillitas Chalets]) and can tell you about camping options. They also sell and rent most climbing equipment and offer rest day alternatives like mountain bike rentals.<br>

The Elandskrans Mountain Resort is open again under new management, but still has issues with regards to crime, the latest being an armed robbery at the ablution block on 2009/03/29 [http://www.climbing.co.za/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=4547]. Rather stay at the [http://www.rocrope.com/tranquilitas.html Tranquillitas Chalets] on top of the Wonderland crags. If you're looking for alternatives in Boven check out the local accommodation booking site [http://www.mpumalangahighlands.travel]

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ARE YOU CHICKEN ENOUGH? 25 *** [Trad, A]

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Climbs the thin crack between THE HARDER YOU PUSH and MOONDANCE, to a set of chains half way up the wall. Opened on trad. Chicken bolts will be added soon. FA: Andrew Porter, April 2012

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Food basics can be bought in town. Good quality meat can be found at affordable prices.

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Spicy Habanero Salsa 24 *** (5D) Start on the right of Banging Bridget Jones. Start on the flat hand holds right of the thin vertical seam/crack. Traverse left into seam and climb up (hard) moving left into crack. Head rightwards into undercling under roof, through roof and finish up the final crack to the chains of BBJ. Possibly easier if you are tall.

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'''Malaria'''<br>

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FA: Robert Powell and Edna Calvo, December 2011.

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Waterval Boven is free of malaria and climbers do not have to take precautions.Climbers travelling to the Kruger National Park for a day or two shouldn't have a problem.If you plan an extended visit consult your family doctor or pharmacist about anti-malarial medication.

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'''Snakes and spiders'''<br>

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Saint Gabriel 21 *** (+-6D) Thin face climb between Angel Of Mercy and The Winnebago Smile. Name written on the rock. FA: Evan Margetts, Darryl Margetts

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'''Crime'''<br>

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Iron Lotus 21 ** (8D) Climb the thin face just right of Rocky, staying on the face (Going left makes it easier).

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It seems like the local population has accepted climbers have not had any problems recently. You should not take any valuables (cellphones, cameras, wallets, passports) to the Waterfall crags, Island or Sport Valley Areas as a precaution.

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FA: Darryl Margetts and Evan Margetts 2010

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There are currently climbers visiting all the crags around Waterval Boven. Updates & warnings will (hopefully not!) be posted here

This service is based in Johannesburg, but operators can alert rescue teams from other regions.

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The Doomsday Device 26 *** (13D) Start up the first 5 bolts of Miss Mckinley and then head right. FA: Marc 'Flex' Efune 2012. Bolts supplied by MCSA; beta, doomsday device and drill by Dewald; belays by Warren and Jono.

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*072 228 1643 - Inspector Alwyn Venter (chief of rescue services)

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*082 753 3695 - Gustav Janse van Rensburg

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*013 257 0001 / 112 - Waterval Boven Police

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*013 257 0015 - Waterval Boven Hospital

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*10111 - SA Police

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*10117 - Ambulance

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*082 911 - Emergency

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== Rest Day Activities ==

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''' Krugerhof '''<br>

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== New additions since the May 2012 verison of the guide ==

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This historical monument located in Waterval Onder was the last residence of President Paul Kruger in the South African Republic (ZAR).

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''' Sudwala Caves '''<br>

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Enjoy a 1 hour tour of these really interesting 200 million year old cave features and chambers.

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''' The Kruger National Park '''<br>

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'''He-Man Area'''

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With 507 bird species, 336 tree types, 49 fish species, 114 reptiles, 34 amphibians and 147 mammals you simply can not afford to miss out on this place.

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''' Hiking '''<br>

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These routes are located about 40m East of the main wall. Facing ''Cotapaxi'', walk left past a corner and a wide crack, down a few meters to a narrow ledge. There are two cracks are about 2m apart and just left of a short corner.

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''' Paragliding '''<br>

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*SKELETOR 21 **** [Trad]

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Bambi Paragliding is located 20km from Waterval Boven. They offer tandem flights, training and a good launch site.

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Climb the steep hand/fist crack on the left. Over the small roof the angle eases. Belay from blocks at the top of the cliff. FA: Richard Halsey, April 2012.

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'''God No! Wall'''

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*THE ENGAGEMENT CRUISE 21 *** [Trad]

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Scramble up left past the start of Rodan, to a narrow ledge. Start on the left of the ledge, just left of the stacked blocks. Straight up a short face, though the overlap and up to below the roof. Rail left to the break in the roof, pull up to the next rail, and then move back right until you can pull up onto the grey ramp. Move slightly left and up the narrow, brown corner, stepping right at the top. Finish up the face between the aloes to the top. FA: Richard Halsey and Tim Dunnett, May 2012.

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These route updates are supplements to the current guide book with 512 routes for the greater Waterval Boven Area. Contact the publishers, Roc 'n Rope Adventures [http://www.rocrope.com] to find out where to get a copy before it goes out of print.

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*MUTATION 33 ***** (17D,A) Climbs Beast until 2/3rds height. From the letterbox 'rest' do the big move as for Beast but continue straight up and claw your way through the cracks with your core roaring at you and your feet desperately searching for anything to stand on. An instant classic at the God No Wall. One of the best lines in Boven.

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*MANKINI BLUE 26 *** (8D,A) Climb Bikini Red for two bolts then move left and up via 1-2 small holds. A crimpers delight. FA: Andrew Pedley, June 2012

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15.5) UNPLUGGED AVENUE 14 ** [N,A]

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Climb the thin crack to the right of ELECTRIC AVENUE to the ledge at the end of EA's first pitch.

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19.5) MONKEY PUZZLE 28 *** [11D]

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Climb straight up from the third bolt of FUDGE BEATS BURFEE through a reachy roof section. Harder for short people. Tie a knot in the end of your rope!

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*KIRI 18 *** (5D,A)To the right of CRACK UP, around the corner. Climb the arete on the left. BB: Sharon Benade FA: Johan Moelich, July 2012

At Out of Germany look away from the river accros the little gully. Start just left of the tree roots on the obvious line going slightly to the right. At the top of the tree go one move to the left and then follow the obvious line again. Wach out for the huge loose boulder on your right.

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Climb a finger crack in the recess below a massif creeper fig tree. Climb over some roots heading through the flaring chimney to finish slightly up and right high up.

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83.5) YOU CAN TAKE YOUR DOG TO THE WATER... 18 *** [N]

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85.3) ET TU CEASAR 19 *** [N]

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85.4) BOA RODEO 31 ***** [N]

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The left crack on the obvious steep leaning wall on the far right of this 40m high crag.

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85.5) MULUNGU GOES TO SCHOOL 32 **** [1B,N]

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85.6) SCRABBLE 18 *** [N]

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FA: Johann Olivier & Jens Richter 2003

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Starts in a left facing corner below the slanting crack 10m right of SCRABBLE. Climb left past tree roots around a corner to the base of the crack. Follow the crack to the summit.

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30m right of SCRABBLE. Climb the crack on the steep wall 5m left of an arete till under the roof. Step out left then back onto the headwall keeping right of the tree. Possible to make a stance here, or continue on easier ground to the top.

Start 8 right of IN MY PLACE in a corner. Climb the corner then pull through a small roof on good holds, move right to the arete and climb to top. Abseil off thorn tree which is located about 5m below the top.

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323.5) MIND GAMES PROJECT

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Starts just right of shadow man. This is a project bolted by Alex Bester and Wesley Black. Just contact us if you wanna climb it. This one is into the thirties. An amazing line. I do recommend it. BB Alex Bester and Wesley Black Oct 2010. Bolts sponsored by MCSA - JHB/MAG Section

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347.3) MILOU 9 *** [8D]

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347.4) CROUCHING TIGER 12 *** [10D]

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Starts on a block just right of the tree growing out of the crack line that makes up this route. FA: Charles Fourie, Agnes Fiamma & Gustav Janse van Rensburg 2007

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347.47) ME TARZAN, YOU JANE 16 **** [9D]

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Boulder up the arrete of the left facing corner, then step accross onto the main face and up. FA: Agnes Fiamma & Gustav Janse van Rensburg 2007

This route starts up on a ledge halfway up the crag, right of COOL RUNNINGS. [Please provide the details if you opened this line.]

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355.6) NITRO'S TICK FEVER 25 *** [10?D]

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A long term project opened up by a visiting Czech climber. FA: Jan ???? BB: Neil Margetts

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357.4) LOST IN TRANSLATION 22 *** [14D]

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Starts about 20m left of SWAT Team. Keep slightly left on small crimps as you break through the initial overhang and hang on for the great ride to the chains! FA: Mark Millar 2004

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A great line just right of LIT. Head into the corner and race for the chains using some technical know how. Originally opened at 26 but the grade seems to have settled at 27, for now... FA: Andrew Pedley 2004

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357.6) ELDORADO 28 **** [11D]

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One of the best lines at the crag. A sustained and impeccable sequence of technical mastery takes you to the chains. Concensus is easy 28 (7c). FA: Andrew Pedley 2004

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357.7) INCA TRAIL 27 **** [11Dish]

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A slabby looking line on the golden wall between SWAT Team & Eldorado. The line climbs better than it looks, weaving its way through a series of balancy moves. FA: Andrew Pedley, June 2009

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A lovely intro to this section of the wall. Amazingly comfortable holds and great friction. Rebolted (its now safe) and upgraded from 23. Mantle onto the initial protruding block and head up the water groove. FA: Mark Millar & Marc Efune. BB: Mark Millar & Mike Garrard 2003

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363.3) ALEX's MOUSSE AU CHOCOLAT 17 **** [13D]

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363.4) EVELYN 18 *** [12D]

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363.45) BALANCE OF POWER 22 **** [8D]

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363.65) BEAUTY IS IN THE EYE OF THE BELAYER 22 *** [10D]

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One bolt on the face takes you through the trees with funky moves onto the face above and to the top of the crag. A 60m rope is just long enough! FA: Gustav Janse van Rensburg & Ed Febraury 2007

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Shares first 5 bolts with Pretenders, clip the next 2 bolts and then finish at original anchors for (harder) direct finish. FA: Mark Seuring 2006 BB: Marianne Pretorius 2004

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373.4) MONSTER 29 ***** [16D]

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The “baddest” and steepest 29 at Boven!! The line with ring bolts. Not many small holds on this one, but an absolute pump-fest. It's a super-classic! Slightly harder (and even better) since the chockstone fell out but still 29. 70 m rope needed. FA: Andrew Pedley 2006 BB: Alard Hufner

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373.5) THE BEAST 31 ***** [16D]

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373.5b) SPACE CADET 30 **** [18D]

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8a for the effort! A massive climb for the space cadets amongst us. Takes a cunning line through very steep ground to gain access to a wonderful headwall. A bit of everything from technical arete, burly roof, knarly crack, exposed handrailing, leaning face..a fantastic ride...Use long slings on the 3 bolts before/in the roofy section - that way drag is negligable. There are half height lower off chains. 70 m rope needed. FA: Andrew Pedley - March 2009.

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373.6) FREAK-SHOW 28 * [12D]

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Start 2 m left of Freak-on. Climbs the wall just to right of the black water streak (always damp) via thin moves then busts through the roof with effort. Chains are below the huge roofs. FA Andrew Pedley July 2008

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373.7) JUGGERNAUT 30 *** [12D]

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Shares the first 3 bolts of Freak-On and then continues straight up through 3 roofs with a hard crux after clipping the last bolt. FA Marc Flex Efune June 2009 (BB Mark Millar).

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373.8) FREAK-ON 24 ***** [12D]

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Starts 4m to the left of CE. Crimps to the ledge then heads up the rightwards slanting weakness. Some great moves lead you up this sustained route. The route will in all likelihood remain dry during heavy rain. Solid at the grade. FA: Andrew Pedley - Jan 2008

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373.9) CHOCOLATE ÉCLAIR 28 * [4D]

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A two bolt boulder problem put up by Mike Cartwright. The route can be done via a dyno, followed by a stiff move to the chains but has been done without. Something to throw yourself at when the rain won’t let you climb anywhere else. FA: Philippe Gaboriaud Jan 2007 BB: Mike Cartwright

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373.9b) WHO NEEDS LUCKY COWS (aka death by chocolate) 31 *** (12D)

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Climb Choc Eclair then continue over the roof and up the headwall. Some very satisfying and crimptastic moves. FA: Daniel Gebel , September 2009.

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373.9c) DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS 26 *** [13D]

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This route is found in the corner just right of Chocolate Eclair. Start up the ramp and into the long overhanging dihedral “behind” God No Wall. FA: Mike Cartwright Jan 2007

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373.9d) TOKOLOSIE 30 **** [14D]

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Sustanined and with lots and lots of footwork. Starts off the big ledge L of Jack. Climb left to get into then up the corner of Dungeons, break out right through the small roof. Blast up the headwall with a pump. Shares chains of Butcher. Use long slings for the 3 bolts below the roof. FA: Andrew Pedley April 2009.

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373.10) THE BACKCOUNTRY BUTCHER 31 **** (13D)

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Up past hard moves including a very defensive little hold, finishing up the leaning headwall via some real sequency climbing. Dont get butchered. Solid at the grade. Top third gets dusty after heavy rain. FA: Andrew Pedley Jan 2009.

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373.11) CHANGING GEARS 24,23,25 *** [12D]

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This is a 3 pitch route that takes the first section of JACK OF ALL TRADES with one new bolt out left onto a ledge. Although it is tempting (yet possible) to do in one long pitch, it is more fun to break it up. A 50m rope will work as all the stances have rap anchors. Pitches 2 & 3 were opened on trad many moons ago.

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FA: Jens Ricther & Gustav Janse van Rensburg 2006 BB: Gustav 2009

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375.4) VORPAL SWORD 31 ***** [16D]

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The one that killed the Jabberwocky. Crimpy and gymnastic climbing to the right of Jabberwocky, shares first bolt with Hell Yeah. An unbelievable climb. Need a 70 m rope.

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FA: Andrew Pedley May 2008

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375.5) HELL YEAH! 27 *** [17D]

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A very long climb (35m) Takes the long corner a few meters to the right of Jabberwocky, immediatly right of Vorpal Sword. Make sure to rest at the three rest spots between the three crux sections. Popular route.

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FA: Marc Efune Dec 2006

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377.1) BURNING SPEAR 28 *** [17D]

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Start up the first 5 bolts of Big Bad Wolf then head right up some good sequential climbing that gets harder as you get higher. A 70m rope is required to get all the way down.

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FA: Marc Efune Oct 2009 BB: Reiny zee German 2009

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378.1) BITTERGAL 22 *** [14D]

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This climb is situated to the right of Alice in Grannyland. As with Brolloks, the first few meters of climbing is on dolerite, changing to quartzite higher up.

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FA: Greg Borman Feb 2009

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378.2) BROLLOKS 19 ***** [14D]

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Since being opened, this route has become very popular and must be a contender for one of the best easy climbs in the Wonderland area. Starts off the block five meteres to the right of Bittergal, from the ledge follow the bolts up to your left; sustained.

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FA: Greg Borman Jan 2009

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378.3) GROENIE DIE DRAKIE 21 **** [13D]

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Just right of Brolloks. Climb up to the ledge then follow the bolts up to your left.

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FA: Ken Thrash June 2009

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378.4) SAREL SEEMONSTER 18 ****[12D]

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Just right of Groenie die Drakie. Climb up to the ledge then follow the bolts up to your left.

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FA: Ken Thrash June 2009

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==== Hallucinogen Wall ====

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391.5) TWO CAM SAM 23 ***

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Start in the corner up to loose looking block. FA: Dewald Kloppers 2007

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394.5) MANSLAVES 15 ***

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Climb left face of large right facing corner to roof. Swing left under lock and up. FA: Anna "Queen of Joburg" Fatti

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395.4) LA CROISIERE S'AMUSE 24 **** [10D]

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Start In the corner left of DEXTER'S LAB. Traverse across the face to above the off-width and a small stance. Climb diagonally left to chains. (The missing bolt has eventually been placed to avoid the fall into trees) FA: Philippe Gaboriaud, Vince 2003

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395.5) LAB RAT 33 ***** [10D]

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Follow the crack to the left of Dexter’s Lab, and then watch your feet as you climb the leaning headwall. A desperate dyno will see you reach the chains. A short and powerful route. FA: Clinton Martinengo 2006 BB: Philippe Gaboriaud

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CLOUD CITY 22 *** [10D]

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Climb the face left of Smokey the bear up to the overhang,pull through the overhang onto a small ledge, continue up the face to the chains.FA: E Margetts, D Margetts, A Margetts 2010.

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407.5) HEMP ON THE HILL 17 **** [11D]

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Start one meter left of the open book just right of SHROOM HUNTER. FA: Alard Hufner BB: Nicole Hemphill & Alard Hufner 2004

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LOCH NESS 25 *** [7D]

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Start about 1,5m right of Moon Dance and climbs the vertical face: Ken Thrash 2010

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MORSE CODE 27 *** (N)

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Begins with a boulder problem following the crack upwards 6m right of Moon Dance. FA: Brian Weaver December 2009

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424.4) SLIM JIM 19 *** [7D]

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Takes the trad line immediately right of Fat Annie, starting behind the bush. It is to the left of The One That Got Away. FA: Andrew Porter 2003

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424.5) THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY 23 * [8D]

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The hidden line 4m right of FAT ANNIE. A tad contrived above the 3rd bolt. FA: Sean Ferguson 2004

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439.5) CHAMPAGNE ON ICE 25 ** [6D]

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Start on the blocks of PLEASE DON'T TOUCH going right. Pre-clip the first draw and climb up the arete. FA: Gustav Janse van Rensburg 2005

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442.5) (THE TREES ARE MACHINES THAT MAKE) SWEETS FOR THE FISH 22 *** [7D]

(PS: Start on this route and climb over onto RUDE BUSHMAN for an alternative 23 and do the vice versa for a bit more of a solid 25 experience if you want!)

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463.5) HYPERTENSION 30 **** [13D]

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Between Lotter's Desire and Tugela Blue. An interesting line that requires a bit of everything - stamina, finger strength, reach, excellent footwork and a bit of intestinal fortitude. FA: Andrew Pedley 2005

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464.5) OUT ON A LIMB 25/26 *** [10D]

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Head up the left hand limb of the white tree (below SM). Fight through the initial overhang and fire up the headwall above to the chains. There is potential to take the route through the massive roof above… FA: Mark Millar 2006

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464.6) SOUL MANDATE 25 ** [11D]

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Start between the fork of the White tree about 5m left of Miss McKinley. A thuggish start leads to some good climbing above. FA: Mark Millar 2004

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471.5) NAME UNKNOWN 22 *** [12D]

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New route to the right of Hallucinagenic Toreador. Be aware of the potentially lose (and brain damaging) block just before the chains. This block has been REMOVED and is now safe to climb. FA: Philippe Gaboriaud & Vince 2006

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471.6) LE SKETCH 22 *** [11D]

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The route starts just to the left of GLEN and fires through the small roof 5m below the top of the crag. A good line on good holds. FA: Philippe Gaboriaud & Vince 2003

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503) KINDRED SPIRITS 25 **** [9D]

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Now re-bolted by Dirk Smith August 2007. A GREAT line, now with shiny new bolts! Climb it. FA: Grant Murray '92

Add New Routes below:

Blood Diamond 28 *** (5D)Situated to the right of psych ward . Pre clip the first bolt by standing on the boulder however do not use this boulder during your ascent. Start with your hands on the two good holds at the bottom and power your way to the top. FA: David Wade and Evan Margetts BB: Darryl Margetts. 29th April 2012

RAPTOPHILIA 31 **** (7D,A) It's not rape if you yell surprise!
Start with your hands on the lowest holds and feet on the lowest boulders, no cheating. Fight your way to the chains using pure determination as your guide. Enjoy the intricate footwork and desperate stabbing for holds. Ensure that you clip the first draw from the ground to avoid injury. Consensus makes it 31.
FA: Brian Weaver, April 2011

Hallucinogen Wall

ARE YOU CHICKEN ENOUGH? 25 *** [Trad, A]
Climbs the thin crack between THE HARDER YOU PUSH and MOONDANCE, to a set of chains half way up the wall. Opened on trad. Chicken bolts will be added soon. FA: Andrew Porter, April 2012

Spicy Habanero Salsa 24 *** (5D) Start on the right of Banging Bridget Jones. Start on the flat hand holds right of the thin vertical seam/crack. Traverse left into seam and climb up (hard) moving left into crack. Head rightwards into undercling under roof, through roof and finish up the final crack to the chains of BBJ. Possibly easier if you are tall.
FA: Robert Powell and Edna Calvo, December 2011.

Saint Gabriel 21 *** (+-6D) Thin face climb between Angel Of Mercy and The Winnebago Smile. Name written on the rock. FA: Evan Margetts, Darryl Margetts

Iron Lotus 21 ** (8D) Climb the thin face just right of Rocky, staying on the face (Going left makes it easier).
FA: Darryl Margetts and Evan Margetts 2010

The Doomsday Device 26 *** (13D) Start up the first 5 bolts of Miss Mckinley and then head right. FA: Marc 'Flex' Efune 2012. Bolts supplied by MCSA; beta, doomsday device and drill by Dewald; belays by Warren and Jono.

New additions since the May 2012 verison of the guide

He-Man Area

These routes are located about 40m East of the main wall. Facing Cotapaxi, walk left past a corner and a wide crack, down a few meters to a narrow ledge. There are two cracks are about 2m apart and just left of a short corner.

SKELETOR 21 **** [Trad]

Climb the steep hand/fist crack on the left. Over the small roof the angle eases. Belay from blocks at the top of the cliff. FA: Richard Halsey, April 2012.

SHE-RA 20 ** [Trad]

Climb the right-hand crack with a tricky start into a small offwidth. At the aloe traverse left to finish up Skeletor. FA: Richard Halsey, April 2012.

God No! Wall

THE ENGAGEMENT CRUISE 21 *** [Trad]

Scramble up left past the start of Rodan, to a narrow ledge. Start on the left of the ledge, just left of the stacked blocks. Straight up a short face, though the overlap and up to below the roof. Rail left to the break in the roof, pull up to the next rail, and then move back right until you can pull up onto the grey ramp. Move slightly left and up the narrow, brown corner, stepping right at the top. Finish up the face between the aloes to the top. FA: Richard Halsey and Tim Dunnett, May 2012.

MUTATION 33 ***** (17D,A) Climbs Beast until 2/3rds height. From the letterbox 'rest' do the big move as for Beast but continue straight up and claw your way through the cracks with your core roaring at you and your feet desperately searching for anything to stand on. An instant classic at the God No Wall. One of the best lines in Boven.

FA: Brian Weaver, June 2012

Theatre

MANKINI BLUE 26 *** (8D,A) Climb Bikini Red for two bolts then move left and up via 1-2 small holds. A crimpers delight. FA: Andrew Pedley, June 2012

Breakfast crag

KIRI 18 *** (5D,A)To the right of CRACK UP, around the corner. Climb the arete on the left. BB: Sharon Benade FA: Johan Moelich, July 2012